SIGN DESIGN & FABRICATION, INC. EMPLOYEE(S) SAFETY RULES

It is impossible to list or include all safety rules for all the possible tasks you may have to do. But the following rules have been prepared to help you avoid hazards, which may cause injury while doing some of the more common tasks you may be asked to do. You should study and follow the rules provided in this Handbook, and to ask your supervisor for additional rules when asked to do a task you are not familiar with, and this Handbook does not cover. More specific safety rules are contained in other Sections of this Handbook.

Failure to follow safety rules and /or safe practices will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES:

Read and follow the safety Notices and other information that is posted.
Observe and follow all safety instructions, signs, and operation procedures.
Help your fellow Employee(s) when they ask for assistance or when needed for their safety.
Never participate in “horseplay”. Horseplay that results in injury is often not covered by Workers’ Compensation.
Clean up spills immediately.
Report all unsafe conditions, hazards, or equipment immediately. Make sure other people are warned of the problem so that they may avoid it.
Wear personal protective equipment as required to reduce injury potential. Use gloves, safety glasses, back support belts, etc., as necessary.
Never stand on chairs, furniture, or anything other than an approved ladder or step stool.
Never use intoxicating beverages or controlled drugs before or during work. Prescription medication should only be used at work with your Doctor’s approval.

FIRE SAFETY:

Report all fire hazards to your supervisor immediately.
Fire fighting equipment shall be used only for fire fighting purposes.
Smoking is not permitted at any time in the areas where “No Smoking” signs are posted.